"I don't know what happened. Obituary & Service. He served six weeks of a six-month sentence. He was born Nov. 15, 1962, in Kankakee, the son of Donald F. and Bonita (Hengl) Curry. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Donald L. Curry Sr. to pay them a last tribute. Nunn dropped Curry with a flurry of unanswered punches in round ten, and the referee stopped the fight. Born on December 8, 1924 in New York City, he was the. On April 6, 1987, the day Sugar Ray Leonard defeated Marvelous Marvin Hagler for the world middleweight championship and two days after defeating Santos, Curry filed a million dollar lawsuit against Leonard and his attorney, Mike Trainer. Let others know about your loved one's death. "I told him he was a professional and had an obligation to meet. "I'm finished. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II and a member of the South Park Baptist Church. He relocated to Cleveland, Ohio where he was a steel worker for L.T.V. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. WASHINGTON (AP) El presidente Joe Biden celebr a los Warriors de Golden State, campeones de la NBA en la Casa Blanca, al recibirlos el martes, y expres su preocupacin Curry, mixing up punches to the body and head, stayed on top of Starling and pounded out a fifteen-round unanimous decision to retain the titles of the WBA and the newly formed IBF, which elected to recognize Curry as their champion before the fight.[8]. Would you like to offer Donald Currys loved ones a condolence message? "I hope to give a better account of myself," he said, referring to the Linton fight. Donald L Curry Born September 16, 1928 IN THE CARE OF Memorial Oaks Funeral Home & Cemetery Donald L Curry was born on September 16, 1928 and passed away in HOUSTON, TX and is under the care of. Hrabos, Caryn, a memorial service is 10 a.m. Wednesday at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home, 1315 W. Lincoln Road. He lost the title in his first defense, dropping a twelve-round unanimous decision to the lightly regarded Rene Jacquot on February 11, 1989 in France. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Donald Curry (Jacksonville, Florida), who passed away on January 5, 2022, leaving to mourn family and friends. I couldn't have told you the names of more than two world champions, and they were Ray Leonard and Muhammad Ali."[5]. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Loved grandad of Zachary, Kaitlynn, Mariah and Quinton. Curry's next fight was against Emmett Linton, who was one of the boxers Curry trained after he retired from boxing. Create a commenting profile by providing an email address, password and display name. "That condition pre-existed the fight," said Phil Hamilton, Curry's manager. [35], In November 2021, Curry's sons revealed that they believed him to suffer from chronic traumatic encephalopathy, due to memory loss and other mental health issues. Don was an entrepreneur who encouraged his children and grandchildren to pursue their dreams; which they certainly have. In 2019, he was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame. Use the form below to reset your password. In the fifth, McCallum caught Curry on the chin with a left hook, putting down for the count. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church. Arrangements under the direction of Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Services, Bassett, VA. Burial arrangements under the direction of Elmwood Cemetery & Mausoleum. Mills to introduce legislation to expand access to abortion throughout pregnancy, South Portland teen lived joyfully despite illness from birth. McCrory struggled to rise. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. He served in the Army National Guard, he was a Freemason of the Grand Lodge of Kentucky (Jeffersontown Masonic Lodge #774), a member of the Order of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, a Kosair Shriner, a member of the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels and a member of the Local 761 IUEAFLC10 (Union of Electrical Radio and . Here are 15 to look out for, a number of which have Bay Area associations. [23], Curry was once again a champion, but his reign didn't last very long. The chef recently partnered with MyFitnessPal to launch the Jumpstart Your Health challenge and has been on a health journey for the last three years. See more Show your support Send Flowers Send flowers or a gift to a service or family's home. Donald Michael Curry December 11, 1949 - November 29, 2021 IN THE CARE OF Lindquist Funeral Home Falmouth - Donald Michael Curry, 71, of Falmouth, Maine passed away suddenly at home on November 29, 2021. She was born in Gladstone, Michigan on December 25, 1924, the daughter of Olaf E. and Anna M. Swenson. He was of great influence, instilling his love of outdoors and nature. Born April 9, 1929, he was a son of the late Esther (Curry) Andrews and husband of the late Grace L. (Akerman) Curry. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. Share Obituary. Shortly afterward, Curry went to jail for failure to pay child support. Send Flowers. Born in Squantum, Don loved all that the waterfront had to offer. You must be logged into the website to comment. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. He retired with 35 years of service as a guidance counselor and teacher with the Pittsburgh Public Schools. His managerial contract with David Gorman was to expire on September 30, 1986, and Curry announced that Akbar Muhammad would become his new manager. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Donald Curry to show support. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. When he did, Curry dropped him again with a solid right cross. With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Donald H. Curry of Aston, Pennsylvania, who passed away on June 10, 2020. April 15, 1952 - July 26, 2022. [6] The win earned Curry the unified #2 spot in the rankings behind Milton McCrory for the welterweight title. Afterwards he had a successful 42-year career in the health care industry, retiring as President of CIGNA for the New England region in 2014. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. Mr. Lutes said Bon Secours uses Richmond Community as a convenient accounting vehicle for 340B savings generated through its entire system. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. You will receive an email to complete the registration. December 6, 2021. Morris, age 47, died Wednesday, April 9, 2003 at his residence. In addition to these formal roles, Don was a mentor to countless young professionals and lectured on healthcare topics at Rutgers University and Wharton Business School.A time of gathering will be held from 1-2 p.m., immediately followed by a celebration of Dons life on Saturday, December 4, at 2 p.m., at the Lindquist Funeral Home at 1 Mayberry Lane, Yarmouth, Maine 04096.For it is not to dust that you must return but to the sea, where the shell of your ear can hear that larger sound, to return or not return, to stand, like this, on a shore knowing you can never be lost only found at sea.You may offer your condolences or share your memories at http://www.lindquistfuneralhome.com.In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Miramichi Salmon Association, http://www.miramichisalmon.ca. In addition to his mother and wife, he was preceded in death by a son, John A. Grimes and brothers, Charles Curry and James Andrews. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Don was a proficient tomahawk thrower and a black powder muzzle rifle and trap shooter. 2017-2023 Tribute Archive. Box 501, Forest, VA 24551. FALMOUTH Donald Michael Curry, 71, of Falmouth, Maine, passed away suddenly at home on Nov. 29, 2021. He was a Pistachio Grower and International Marketer of tree nuts, owning pistachio orchards in [] He departed this life on Monday, July 5, 2021, at St. Francis Cabrini Hospital surrounded by his lovely family. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Donald L. Curry Sr. to pay them a last tribute. He was dropped in the first round and took a beating over the next six. Results 201-220 of 620 View Record Name Birth Date Publication Date Death Place; View Record. It was a rough and competitive fight for seven rounds. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Miramichi Salmon Association, https://miramichisalmon.ca/ Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. There is no photo or video of Donald Curry.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. ; granddaughter, Dawn (Kenneth) Jackson of Wintersville, OH; grandson, Justin (Kathleen) Curry of Wallingford; great-grandson, Elliott Curry; brother, John Andrews of Oklahoma; also, nieces and nephews. [26], In April 1994, Curry, along with Darrell Chambers and William "Stanley" Longstreet, was indicted by a federal grand jury in Detroit on drug conspiracy charges. Don Swanson of the First Baptist Church will officiate. Curry filed charges, but they were later dropped. All Rights Reserved. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. For the full. ; daughter-in-law, Deborah Grimes of Ohio Twp. He retired with 35 years of service as a guidance counselor and teacher with the Pittsburgh Public Schools. Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors, left, steals an inbound pass from Chris Paul of the Los Angeles Clippers during a game on Dec. 7, 2016, in Los Angeles. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. (43 years old). There are no events at this time. He traveled to Italy to fight Gianfranco Rosi for the WBC light middleweight title on July 8, 1988. DONALD CURRY JR. MUSCATINE, Iowa #45;- Donald R. 'Dutch' Curry Jr., 65, of 800 W Eighth St., died peacefully at home with family on Friday, August 30, 2002, after an extended illness. Their feud really erupted when Curry accused Linton of giving information to the mother of one of his children about his finances, which Linton denied. If you know of an upcoming event for Donald L. Curry Sr., please add one. Don Curry, was the beloved husband of Christine "Chris" Curry (nee Fawcett). Please check your email to confirm and complete your registration. Please wear a face mask and practice social distancing guidelines if not vaccinated. Funeral arrangement under the care ofThompson Funeral Chapel. Mr. Curry was born to Donald E. Curry, Sr. and Jeanette A. Dolfe Curry on December 22, 1946, in Youngstown and . The suit stated that Leonard and Trainer took "undue and unconscionable advantage of Curry" through fraud, conspiracy and breach of financial responsibilities, and they "conspired to prevent Curry from entering the middleweight divisions to assure Leonard's unobstructed opportunity to fight the middleweight champion. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. August 30, 1935 - Retained WBA and IBF welterweight titles; Torrance disqualified for repeated holding, List of light-middleweight boxing champions, Donald Curry's Record at Cyber Boxing Zone, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Donald_Curry&oldid=1131876071, 1/4: Defeated Michael Wright by unanimous decision, 50, 1/2: Defeated Eddie Green by majority decision, 41, This page was last edited on 6 January 2023, at 05:15. Jeffrey Donald Curry January 24, 1961 - November 18, 2022 Jeff was born in Redwood City, California, to Gerald and Audrey (Birch) Curry. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) Stephen Curry is back for the Golden State Warriors after an 11-game absence with a partially dislocated left shoulder, rejoining the . Donald Leeroy Curry, age 78, of Hemet, California passed away on Friday, August 5, 2022. Originally from Merrick, New York, Don is survived by his childhood sweetheart and wife of 49 years -- the love of his life -- Vicki (nee ONeill); son Donald James (DJ); daughter Ashley and husband Trevor; and four grandchildren: Dylan, Annie, Jane and Theo. Once you find the obituary you are looking for, you can get important information about upcoming services, share a favorite photo or memory, and send flowers or gifts to the family. 1935 - 2021. June 13, 2022 "[22], HBO commentator Barry Tompkins told his broadcasting partner Sugar Ray Leonard, "You settled a case out of court here. Send Flowers. Burial in Elmwood Cemetery. Listen Curry put him down five times, and Rosi retired on his stool after the ninth round. He stopped James "Hard Rock" Green in two and Pablo Baez in six. Donald was born on January 28, 1935 in Decatur, IL, a son to John Thomas and Deena Kathryn (Barding) Curry. Leave your condolences to the family on this memorial page or send flowers to show you care. Furman receives $10M gift from Ravenel Curry for arena renovation project Furman University called the $10 million donation from Ravenel B. Curry, a 1963 alumnus, "the cornerstone" in its larger . Contents 1 Amateur career His father, Frank. You may leave a message for the family by clicking here.
